International construction [electronic resource]

Mawhinney, Mark

International construction [electronic resource] - [S.l.] Wiley-Blackwell 2008 - eBook

Knowledge is Power -- The Tools of the Trade -- Key Factors in Operating and Sustaining a Business -- The Global Market and Competitive Advantage -- Building Materials and Construction Equipment -- Consultant Case Studies -- Contractor Case Studies -- Project Funding -- Hints and Signposts

A recent construction project in Singapore had Russian plane, a Japanese management team, Australian and Italian engineers, Thai steel workers and a labour force from throughout Asia... The recent growth explosion of multi-nationals and the lowering of trade barriers is pushing the globalization of construction on at a starting pace. Mark Mawhinney has brought together here for the first time advice, information and evidence on this developing arena - from a wide range of sources. This book offers a clear understanding of the international construction market together with an explanation of what knowledge is rewired to operate successfully in it and a familiarity with some of the analytical tools available.


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